Happy Healthy Teeth
In Dave's Own Words-
Can the medication used to treat osteoporosis cause problems with my jaw?
The short answer is yes, but there is way more to this answer. Here are... -
What Causes Gum Recession?
What causes Gum (Gingiva) to recede? What can be done to help? When the gums or... -
Common oral sores and infections
It is common to have a sore in your mouth that is caused by trauma,... -
A complication that may occur with an implant crown
There is a problem that may arise after replacing a missing tooth with an implant... -
Oral Cancer. What to do if something shows up?
Oral cancer is a type of cancer that develops in your mouth. It is typically... -
Tooth Sensitivity; What Causes it, and What Can Be Done.
Teeth that are sensitive to cold or hot things are a very common complaint by... -
Children And Toothpaste. How much toothpaste should kids use?
Toothpaste is important for children to use because if a little spot of decay gets started,... -
What will your insurance pay for? A few things to know
Why won’t my insurance pay for that? A few things to know about dental insurance. Dental insurance usually pays... -
Filtered Water and your Young Children; a Possible Concern
If you have young children and a water filter; what you should know. Basically, having... -
So what is "Gum Disease"? A little background for you!
First, you should know the terms that dentists use with gum disease. First dentists usually call... -
When should a crown (cap) be recommended for a tooth
The three most common situations where I would recommend a crown for your tooth would... -
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Well, the answer is yes, and no. Whitening tooth paste has more abrasive particles in it that will... -
How to whiten your teeth!
There are two ways that I generally recommend to patients if they want their teeth... -
My tooth hurts when I bite! What's doing that? What is a cracked tooth?
Unfortunately, it is not simple to say what is making a tooth hurt when you... -
Thumb Sucking & Pacifier Use; When To Stop, What Helps
Infants and young children may suck on their thumb, fingers, or a pacifier; it makes them... -
To Floss Or Not To Floss; That Is The Question!
This is actually an easy question to answer; it is probably a pretty good idea...